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Hotel REC Barcelona is located at 19, Rec Comtal Street, in the neighborhood of Sant Pere, Santa Caterina i la Ribera, one of the most historic neighborhoods of Barcelona, which, together with the neighborhoods of El Raval, El Gòtic and La Barceloneta, make up the Ciutat Vella District. The whole area, even today, maintains its medieval structure, with narrow, twisted and intertwined streets and intense commercial activity.
Hotel REC offers adults only rooms fully equipped to meet all needs. Of which the Life Corner Suite stands out. The most exclusive room, located on the highest floor of the hotel, offering panoramic views of the city through its huge windows and its own private terrace.
It also offers a wide range of services and amenities, such as online check-in, 24-hour reception, business center, self-service machines on each floor, adapted access and spaces, luggage room and private parking on request. Of all of them, the 7th floor stands out with the swimming pool, solarium and the REC Lounge, a cozy multifunctional space with spectacular views of Ciutat Vella, which thanks to its large windows allows natural light to enter throughout the day.
In terms of gastronomy, the Fismuler restaurant in the hotel lobby is one of the most renowned in the city. Its menu features simply prepared dishes, but with a lot of technique and thought behind them, which change daily depending on the whims of the market.
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Property amenities
Paid private parking on-site
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Bar / lounge
Taxi service
Solarium
Adults only
Rooftop terrace
Car park
Pool / beach towels
Rooftop pool
Pool with view
Outdoor pool
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Special diet menus
Vending machine
Rooftop bar
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Non-smoking hotel
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun terrace
24-hour check-in
24-hour front desk
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Blackout curtains
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Cable / satellite TV
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Clothes rack
Laptop safe
Private bathrooms
Tile / marble floor
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Grade: 100 out of 100
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Carrer Rec Comtal, 19, 08003 Barcelona Spain
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Arc de TriomfBarcelona Metro4 min
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Brilliant stay in the rec hotel, perfect location for exploring Barcelona with super friendly and engaged staff. Breakfast was lovely, once again great breakfast staff. We did beer tasting (free!) in the lounge on the rooftop and it was brilliant! Bed was massive and super comfortable and the in room speakers were so fun! Thank you for a lovely stay.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Couple stayed 12-16 March 2023. This is an adult only hotel and was better than we were expecting. Close to the Arc de Triomphe so easy to find. Only a few hundred meters from L1 underground station and V19 bus stop. Set back from the main road along the Carrer Rec Comtal so quiet. On the edge of the Gothic Quarter so we ate out although the hotel has a restaurant on the ground floor which seemed quite popular. Recommend the tiny Quillo Bar a few hundred meters along Carrer Rec Comtal on corner with Carrer de les Basses de Sant Pere. Hotel itself is uncharacteristically modern for the area. We had the entry level 'Quiet' double room. Includes tea and coffee facilities although these weren't restocked but the room was cleaned daily. Small safe to put wallets and phones in and even had a socket inside to charge a phone which I haven't seen before. Storage was limited but ok for four nights. Big TV which included three English speaking news channels. Thin duvet but aircon could heat or cool to compensate. Window between shower and sleeping area which is the trend these days, but the mirror behind the sink slid across if you wanted more privacy when showering. There was even a tiny balcony. Breakfast was included in our rate and served on the top floor in the lounge area. Wide buffet choice including cereals, fruit, juices, yogurts, cold meats and cheeses, scrambled eggs and little sausages, pastries and breads, tea and coffee. Enjoyed the view of the city whilst eating. The lounge had a work area and doubles as a bar in the evening but closes at 9.30pm. Outside the lounge there is a sundeck and very small pool - more for bathing than swimming. On the ground floor there is a locker room with keys issued by reception on departure day which we used to store luggage after checkout before we went to the airport. …
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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The Hotel REC is perfectly located and an easy walk to many of Barcelona's incredible sites and tapas bars. While the rooms are compact, they are very efficiently designed with one of the most comfortable beds anywhere. Breakfast on the rooftop is a treat. Everyone on the hotel's team was very helpful, friendly, and easy to communicate with. All in all, a terrific experience in Barcelona.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Nayden Boykov, Director General at Hotel Rec Barcelona
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Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience at Hotel REC in Barcelona! We're delighted to hear that you found our location to be perfect and convenient for exploring the city's incredible sites and tapas bars. It's great that you appreciated the efficient design of our rooms and the comfort of our beds. We take pride in providing a comfortable and pleasant stay for our guests. Having breakfast on the rooftop is indeed a treat, and we're glad you enjoyed it. We're also grateful for your kind words about our team. We strive to provide exceptional service, and it's rewarding to know that our staff was helpful, friendly, and easy to communicate with throughout your stay. Your positive feedback means a lot to us, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to Barcelona in the future. If you ever have any special requests or need assistance with your next reservation, please don't hesitate to reach out. Warm regards, Nayden Boykov Hotel Manager direccionrec@nnhotels.com
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The room was comfortable and the hotel is in a great location. The rooftop bar had a lovely view of the city and reasonable prices for food and drink. Staff were lovely and were able to check us into our room early. Lovely food places nearby for tapas and the hop on hop off bus tour had a stop near the hotel which made it easy to travel the city. Only thing that was a negative is that it’s listed on here as soundproof rooms so that’s what we expected but upon arriving when walking through the corridors we could hear people conversations in there rooms as we passed. We were also awoken early hours of the morning by a group that had just got in and were chatting outside their rooms. We also had the cleaning storage room next to our room and there was a constant squeaking noise from the door. I wouldn’t say it was soundproof but overall we had a nice stay.…
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your recent stay at our hotel. We appreciate your positive comments regarding the comfortable room, our great location, and the enjoyable rooftop bar with its lovely city view and reasonable prices. We're also pleased to hear that our staff could accommodate an early check-in for you, and that you found nearby food places and convenient access to the hop-on-hop-off bus tour. However, we apologize for the inconvenience you experienced with noise issues during your stay. We regret that our sound proof installation was not sufficient in your case. We take note and thank you for the feedback. Your comments help us identify areas for improvement, and we appreciate your understanding and patience regarding this matter. We're glad that overall, you had a nice stay, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future with a more soundproof and comfortable experience. If you have any more feedback or need further assistance, please feel free to reach out. Warm regards, Nayden Boykov Hotel Manager direccionrec@nnhotels.com
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Thank you so much Minahil for making checkin so much easier you really matched the vibe with us i really appreciate your hotel for hiring such staff when you come after a tiring day amd find someone welcome you so warmly. The great person apart from that very nice and central hotel lounge staff was helpful and caring room were great and clean everything was fun. Really recommend this hotel. But again special thanks to Minahil for attending us and for the gifts in our room.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Nayden Boykov, Director General at Hotel Rec Barcelona
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Thank you for your heartfelt feedback, and we're thrilled to hear that Minahil made your check-in experience so pleasant. We're proud to have such dedicated and welcoming staff members like Minahil on our team. It's wonderful to know that you felt the warm hospitality after a tiring day and that our lounge staff was helpful and caring. Clean and comfortable rooms are a top priority for us, and we're glad that you found everything to your satisfaction. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we truly appreciate your kind words. We'll make sure to pass on your special thanks to Minahil for her exceptional service and for the thoughtful gifts in your room. If you need anything else during your stay or if you have any more feedback to share, please don't hesitate to let us know. We hope you continue to enjoy your time with us, and we look forward to making your stay memorable. Warm regards, Nayden Boykov Hotel Manager direccionrec@nnhotels.com
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We have checked in to the hotel and it was faster a nice hotel with central location. The reception was lit and made our check in easier. I ll really recommend this place. JUST GO AND HAVE THE BEST STAFF THERE. I MUST MENTION HER NAME
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Nayden Boykov, Director General at Hotel Rec Barcelona
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Thank you for your kind words about your check-in experience at our hotel. We're delighted to hear that you found our central location convenient and that the reception team made your check-in process smoother. We greatly appreciate your recommendation and If you have any more feedback to share or need assistance during your stay, please don't hesitate to reach out. We hope you have a wonderful time at our hotel, and we look forward to providing you with a memorable experience. Warm regards, Nayden Boykov Hotel Manager direccionrec@nnhotels.com
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We’ve had the best time in Barcelona! We were not expecting much out of Hotel Rec because it was affordable (via chase points, not sure of regular rates). However - we have been so pleased!! The rooms are clean and have everything that we need. The service at the front desk was always so pleasant and helpful! The lounge and bar upstairs were an awesome perk, including a rooftop pool/bar. Sanjeev at the rooftop bar took great care of us! He was a great bartender, so friendly, and very quick!! Definitely recommend this hotel!!! There were so many great bars/cafes/restaurants right outside the hotel. Located in the outskirts of the gothic quarter, we were also walking distance to everything we wanted to see in Barcelona!!
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Nayden Boykov, Director General at Hotel Rec Barcelona
Responded 1 week ago
Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience at Hotel Rec in Barcelona! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time during your stay and that your expectations were exceeded. It's wonderful to know that you found your room clean and well-equipped with everything you needed and that our front desk team provided you with pleasant and helpful service throughout your stay. We're especially delighted to hear that you enjoyed the lounge and rooftop bar with the pool. Sanjeev's attentive service and friendly demeanor truly made your experience memorable, and we'll be sure to pass on your compliments to him. We appreciate your recommendation and are glad to hear that you found our location convenient for exploring Barcelona's Gothic Quarter and its many attractions. Should your travels bring you back to Barcelona, we'd be delighted to welcome you again for another enjoyable stay. If you have any special requests or need assistance with future reservations, please feel free to reach out. Warm regards, Nayden Boykov Hotel Manager direccionrec@nnhotels.com
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My boyfriend and I went to have some drinks on the rooftop and we were impressed not only with the amazing views but as well with the team! They were very nice and attentive from the reception to the bar staff. For sure we will come back!
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Nayden Boykov, Director General at Hotel Rec Barcelona
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Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that you and your boyfriend had a fantastic experience while enjoying drinks on our rooftop. Our team takes great pride in providing excellent service and ensuring that our guests have a memorable time. It's wonderful to know that you found our staff to be nice and attentive, from the reception to the bar. We can't wait to welcome you back for another visit. Whether it's for drinks on the rooftop or a stay at our hotel, we'll be here to make your experience just as enjoyable as the last one. If you ever have any special requests or need assistance with your next reservation, please don't hesitate to reach out. Warm regards, Nayden Boykov Hotel Manager direccionrec@nnhotels.com
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We been having breakfast on the rooftop for 3 days and the three days the service is getting worse and worse. Tables to be cleaned, buffet without replacing, coffee machine that smells bad, sour pineapple juice. 2 waiters for the entire breakfast that really there is only one because one waiter we think that he is the manager just sit and eat at the bar. The quality of the breakfast is very bad due to the service and the food. We will definitely not return nor do we recommend this hotel. Yes, to sleep but have breakfast somewhere else..
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Nayden Boykov, Director General at Hotel Rec Barcelona
Responded 1 week ago
First of all, I would like to thank you for giving us the opportunity to respond and, at the same time, I want to extend our sincerest apologies for the disappointing experience you had with our breakfast service during your stay. Your feedback is essential to us, and we take it seriously, as it helps us identify areas of improvement. I would like to assure you that we use to have positive reviews about the breakfast service and maybe your experience was an isolated situation that we are already discussing internally in order to avoid it in the future. I would have loved to be informed about your breakfast experience during your stay in order to take corrective measures and improve your experience. It really disappoints me to see that we were evaluated so low only because of the breakfast, but we understand that this is essential and we take it into consideration. We appreciate your feedback. I would be highly appreciated if you write me a private email about the employee you saw and also if you decide to return in the future, feel free to use my contact details to notify me so I can personally arrange your new reservation. I hope you would give us another chance if you decide to visit BCN again. Best regards, Nayden Boykov Hotel Manager direccionrec@nnhotels.com
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The hotel's location, adjacent to the Arc de Triomphe, offers a distinct advantage for tourists exploring the city. The establishment boasts an expansive rooftop bar, providing a good atmosphere. While the rooms exhibit decent decor, their relatively small size is thoughtfully organized to maximize space utilization. The swimming pool, though on the smaller side, may not be ideal for avid swimmers but offers a refreshing dip if needed, however is rarely used for this purpose. One highlight of our stay was the impressive breakfast spread, showcasing a diverse range of delectable options for a mid range hotel. Housekeeping ensured daily room cleaning, although the standards may benefit from some improvement. However, our otherwise pleasant experience was marred on the final day. We opted for a hotel-recommended taxi, expecting transparency in charges. Unfortunately, the reception failed to inform us of the additional fee associated with this service. Upon arrival at the taxi, we were surprised to encounter a 9 euro surcharge, substantially higher than the typical 2.5 euros for a regular taxi. This unexpected expense left a lingering dissatisfaction. This experience raises concerns about the hotel's communication regarding extra charges and the overall convenience of their taxi service. In retrospect, it would have been more economical and efficient to hail a taxi independently, as we had throughout our trip.…
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Nayden Boykov, Director General at Hotel Rec Barcelona
Responded 1 week ago
Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback about your recent stay at our hotel. We're glad to hear that you appreciated our prime location near the Arc de Triomphe, our rooftop bar, and the thoughtful room design to maximize space. We're also pleased that you enjoyed the breakfast spread, showcasing a diverse range of options, and that our housekeeping team ensured daily room cleaning, even though there's room for improvement in maintaining our standards. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience you experienced with the hotel-recommended taxi service on your final day. It is important to note that the taxi service we recommend is an external provider over which we have limited control over their charges. They use to have a price list in visible places on their windows in order for every client to see what they charge. On other other hand, what we know is that they usually extra charge for accessing the airport, the port or the main train station. They also do a small fixed charge for every big suitcase when accessing the mentioned places. In any case, as mentioned before, there is a price list in a visible place in the taxi where every client can revise the rates of the services. We regret any miscommunication regarding the additional fee, and we'll strive to improve our communication in this regard to prevent future surprises. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we appreciate your candor. We understand your concerns and will work diligently to ensure a smoother and more transparent experience for our guests in the future. We hope this isolated incident won't deter you from considering another stay with us, and we appreciate your understanding. If you have any more comments or need further assistance, please feel free to reach out. Warm regards, Nayden Boykov Hotel Manager direccionrec@nnhotels.com
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PRICE RANGE
US$131 - US$252 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
SpainCataloniaProvince of BarcelonaBarcelonaCiutat Vella (Old Town) / Sant Pere / Sant Pere, Santa Caterina i la Ribera / El Born / La Ribera
NUMBER OF ROOMS
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hotel Rec Barcelona
Which popular attractions are close to Hotel Rec Barcelona?
Nearby attractions include Maximum Escape 3 (0.4 km), Maximum Escape 1 (0.5 km), and Space Cowboy (0.4 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Hotel Rec Barcelona?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include a rooftop bar, free wifi, and a pool.
Which room amenities are available at Hotel Rec Barcelona?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and blackout curtains.
What food & drink options are available at Hotel Rec Barcelona?
Guests can enjoy a rooftop bar, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Hotel Rec Barcelona?
Yes, paid private parking on-site is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Hotel Rec Barcelona?
Conveniently located restaurants include 65 Degrees Barcelona, Casa Lolea Barcelona, and Elsa y Fred.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Hotel Rec Barcelona?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at Hotel Rec Barcelona?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Hotel Rec Barcelona?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Spanish, and Catalan.
Are there any historical sites close to Hotel Rec Barcelona?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Basílica de Santa Maria del Mar (0.8 km), Reial Monestir de Santa Maria de Pedralbes (5.5 km), and The Carmel Bunkers (3.6 km).